Comparison

Shot Pattern vs Workshop Golf

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Shot Pattern

Visualize your actual shot dispersion on any golf hole before you swing. This app helps you choose smarter targets, avoid hazards, and improve your scores by showing where your ball is likely to land based on your club and target. It also offers predictive analytics and detailed shot tracking for performance improvement.

Highlights
  • Personal shot dispersion overlay on hole imagery
  • Strokes gained predictor for club/target choices
  • Shot tracking and detailed strokes gained stats
  • 40,000+ courses with GPS and green maps
  • Launch monitor data integration
  • USGA/R&A compliant
Features
Currently charting
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The Golf GPS App That Helps You Turn Your Shot Data Into Lower Scores: • Attack Smarter with Personalized Targets • Improve Faster with Advanced Stats & Analytics Shot Pattern overlays your personal shot dispersion onto satellite imagery of every hole, so you can pick smarter targets, avoid trouble, and shoot lower scores. Trusted by players on PGA Tour, DP World Tour, LPGA, and college teams worldwide. 4.8 stars from thousands of golfers. YOUR SHOT PATTERN ON EVERY HOLE Most golf GPS apps stop at giving you a number to the green. Shot Pattern goes further. It takes your actual shot data and shows you where your ball is likely to land based on your club and target selection. See your tee shot arc and approach shot circle overlaid right on the satellite image of the hole you’re standing on. Take the guesswork out of where to aim. STROKES GAINED PREDICTOR Compare different club and target combinations to see the expected strokes gained outcome for each option. Should you hit driver or lay up with an iron? How aggressive should you aim at a tucked pin? The Predictor runs the math using your personal dispersion so you can make confident decisions instead of guessing. SHOT TRACKING & STROKES GAINED STATS Track every shot with GPS precision. Get shot by shot strokes gained breakdowns for driving, approach, short game, and putting. Filter by distance, lie, club, or round. Advanced analytics including Drives in Play, Big Misses, and Big 5 Score Killers help you find the patterns that are costing you strokes. 40,000+ COURSES WITH GPS & GREEN MAPS Satellite imagery on every hole. Measure landing areas. Course preview tools to plan your strategy before the round. Elevation data. Green maps to read breaks and plan approaches. USGA and R&A compliant for tournament and handicap play. CONNECT YOUR DATA Upload launch monitor data to build your dispersion profile faster. Share your stats with your coach. Multiple tracking modes including live GPS on course, Apple Watch, or post round manual entry. WHAT GOLFERS ARE SAYING “You won’t need any other golf app” “Fantastic Shot Tracking and Course Management” “The uploading of launch monitor data is fantastic” “Switched from Decade” Start your free trial today. Terms of Use: https://shotpattern.app/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://shotpattern.app/privacy-policy/

About

Workshop Golf

This app helps golfers improve their game by tracking rounds, analyzing performance data, and providing AI-powered practice plans. It offers GPS course mapping, stat tracking, and personalized drills to refine skills and achieve goals.

Highlights
  • Precision GPS for 42,000+ courses
  • Hole-by-hole stat tracking
  • AI-powered practice plans
  • Customizable practice routines
  • Handicap integration
  • Golf accessory recommendations
Features
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Take your golf game to the next level with Workshop Golf—the all-in-one platform that connects your on-course performance with purposeful practice. Built for modern golfers, this app transforms raw data into actionable insights, helping you improve faster, smarter, and with confidence. Whether you're tracking rounds, refining your skills, or planning structured practice sessions, Workshop Golf empowers every aspect of your game. Play Smart On-Course ● Precision GPS: High-quality 2D viewing for 42,000+ courses worldwide ● Stat Tracking: Track key statistics hole-by-hole to gain insight into the strengths and opportunities within your game ● Key yardages: Move around the dots on the GPS screen to determine key yardages Data-Driven Improvement ● Handicap Integration: Weekly update Your Handicap ● Scoring and Insights: Compare month-to-month progress and lifetime stats to see exactly where your game is trending Practice Plan (The Workshop Advantage) ● AI-Powered Practice Plans: Don't just hit balls with no purpose. Our AI analyzes your on-course strengths and weaknesses to suggest specific drills and tasks ● Custom Routines: Create manual/player tasks and let AI assist along the way to build a granular, tailored practice towards your goals ● You will find a curated list of helpful golf accessories and training aids that can help you with your game. Easy to purchase directly through the Workshop Golf app Coming 2026: ● Transform your phone camera into a high-end launch monitor. Get real-time golf shot data within the expensive hardware

Screenshots

Shot Pattern4 screens
Workshop Golf4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Workshop Golf at 100% against Shot Pattern's 67%. Workshop Golf also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). Shot Pattern's advantage is ratings volume (2.1K vs 2) and chart position (#112 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Shot Pattern sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and Workshop Golf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Workshop Golf holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shot Pattern has 2.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Shot Pattern's written reviews are positive against 100% of Workshop Golf's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shot Pattern ships an update every 3 days, Workshop Golf every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Shot Pattern versus Workshop Golf: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShot PatternWorkshop Golf
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.1K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews67.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.1K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#112 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size105 MB55 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperUndaunted Athlete LLCOpaai private limited

Customer experience

Shot Pattern

All ratings2,060 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews153 reviews
Positive67.3%
Neutral8.5%
Negative24.2%

Workshop Golf

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Shot Pattern

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • GPS not accurately showing hole orientation
  • Course boundaries not saving properly
  • Subscription issues and difficulty cancelling
  • Lack of UK golf course support

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to toggle between carry and total distances
  • Option to see optimal target lines
  • Scorecard view with strokes gained data
  • Personal bests tracking
  • Web/desktop version of the app

Workshop Golf

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Shot Pattern

Subscriptions6
  • One Month Subscription7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • One Month Subscription7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • One Month Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • Six Month Subscription7 Days trial$74.996 Months
  • One Year Subscription7 Days trial2 variants$99.001 Year
  • One Year Subscription1 Month trial$99.001 Year
One-time1
  • Green Maps Add On - Single Course$4.99
2 purchases

Workshop Golf

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan14 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Annual Plan14 Days trial$75.001 Year

Questions

Is Shot Pattern free?
Shot Pattern is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Workshop Golf free?
Workshop Golf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Shot Pattern or Workshop Golf?
Workshop Golf is rated higher. Shot Pattern averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Workshop Golf averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Shot Pattern or Workshop Golf have ads?
Neither Shot Pattern nor Workshop Golf shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shot Pattern or Workshop Golf?
Shot Pattern ships an update every 3 days, and Workshop Golf every 5 days. Most recently, Shot Pattern was updated on October 15, 2026 and Workshop Golf on October 13, 2026.

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